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Derrick Lamont Fluellen
Derrick Lamont Fluellen, 33 years old “Lil D,” was born March 30th, 1991 sunset and passed November 4th, 2024. He was a great worker with many experiences in painting, installation, fire watching, and custodian. Derrick was loved by everyone. He was a beloved figure of Norfolk, Va. His friendships and kindness have left an indelible mark on our hearts and on all who are fortunate enough to know him. Derrick was a grandson, brother, uncle,…...
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Ester Virginia Gibson
Ester Virginia Gibson was called home on November 6, 2024, leaving a legacy of faith, service, and warmth. Born in Portsmouth, Virginia, to the late Mable and Charlie Lee, Ester embodied strength and compassion. She was predeceased by her brothers, Charlie Lee Jr. and Amonese Lee, who, along with her parents, now welcome her into eternal rest. Ester graduated from I.C. Norcom High School and soon after began working as a custodian at Westhaven School, where she…...
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Earl V. Drew, Jr.
On the evening of November 1, 2024, an angel was dispatched from heaven to bring into eternal rest our father, brother, uncle, and friend Earl V Drew Jr. He was born on October 28th, 1957, to the late Earl V Drew Sr and Annie Drew. He was a native of Norfolk, Virginia, where he attended Norfolk Public Schools and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. Earl retired as a master carpenter, where he worked faithfully for…...
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Raymond Davis, Sr.
“Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.” Jeremiah 17:7 KJV Mr. Raymond Davis, Sr., or “Coach Davis” as he was called by many, was born in East Meadow, NY, to Ms. Shirley Nelson Davis and the late Willie Davis. Coach Davis was educated in the Chesapeake Public School System, where he later worked Security at Oscar Smith Middle School, Southwestern Elementary School, and Rena B. Wright Primary…...
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Bobby Ray Spigner, Sr.
Mr. Bobby Ray Spigner was born in Los Angeles, CA., to the late Olie Smith and Lathey Spigner on November 27, 1957. Bobby was the middle child, and he leaves behind two brothers, Jonny and Larry. On March 21, 1983, Bobby joined the US Army in his teens, When Bobby finished his tour in the US Army, he joined the US Navy, where he met Lydia Shine, and they were married and have been married…...
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Tommy Lee Rome
Tommy Lee Rome, 66, of Norfolk, VA, sadly left us on Sunday November 03, 2024. They leave behind Wife, Sherita Rome; daughters: Lakecha Matthews, Shannon Rome, Tina Riddick; Sons: Shaun Brown, Tommy Matthews; grandchildren: Kaleah Green, King Green, Korey Green, Areiell Gatling, Latrice Rome, Devin Rome, Nirvana Riddick; Brothers: Ferris Billy Rome, Bobby Rome; Sister, Rebecca Rome McDaniel; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends....
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Robert Edward Fields
Robert Edward Fields was the firstborn of Edward L. and Josephine A. Fields, both already in Glory. He entered this world on November 16, 1948, much to his mother’s delight, to fill the lonely days while his dad was at work. Those days would not remain lonely as he would welcome six siblings to fill the home. Robert grew up in Berkley and attended Norfolk Public Schools. He left high school as a young teen and…...
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Vivian Arnel Smith
Vivian Arnel Smith, born on February 24, 1935, in the heart of Norfolk, Virginia, was a shining light in the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. The cherished daughter of the late Nancy Antwine and Berline Drew, she was lovingly embraced by her community, and she thrived in the halls of Norfolk Public Schools, graduating with pride from Booker T. Washington High School of Norfolk, Virginia. On that fateful day, April 21, 1958,…...
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Robert Lee Watson
On November 3, 2024, our beloved father, grandfather, cousin, uncle, and friend Robert Lee Watson, also known as “Roc, Roscoe, Jazzy Slim, Unk, Roscy Lee,” was called home to be with the Lord. He was born to the late Leon Elliott & Milcey Mae Watson. He was predeceased by his sister, Victoria Wiggins, brother Thurman Lee Watson, and a special brother, Gregory “Fat Cat” Jones. Roc lived his life to the fullest. He enjoyed hanging…...
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Reverend Ella Banks Clark
Ella was born on September 24, 1947, in Carrsville, Virginia, to the late Willie and Hattie Mae Banks. She attended Camptown Elementary and Georgie Tyler High School in Isle of Wight County, Virginia. After graduating high school in 1965, Ella moved to Norfolk to attend Norfolk State University. There, she studied Mathematics. Ella desired to teach Mathematics to children, especially in at-risk areas. Ella was persuaded that a strong mathematics or science background would nearly…...
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Delores Banks
Delores Banks, 88, passed away at home on Monday, October 28, 2024. Delores was born on June 21, 1939, in Norfolk, VA, to the late Mary Williams Hughes and Luther Askew. Delores attended Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. She finished several classes that focused on the Old and New Testaments. She began her career as a substitute teacher at Campostella Elementary School. She was a lifelong member of…...
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Milton Lee Colona, Sr.
Peacefully and surrounded by his family at home, Dad passed away on October 22, 2024, at the age of 90 years (17 years to the date after his beloved wife, Fannie Colona). He was born on June 9, 1934, to Captoria Colona-Jones in the Isle of Wright County, Virginia, and raised by his loving father, Fred Jones. Milton was raised on a farm in Smithfield, VA, and educated in Isle of Wright County, VA. He…...
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Beverly Ann Hayes
On October 25, 2024, the sun set on the life of the one and only Beverly Ann Davis Hayes, who went on to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, in eternal rest. Beverly was born on April 21,1956, in Portsmouth, Virginia. She was the youngest daughter of the late Annie Bell Crawford Davis and Alvin Eugene Davis, both of Durham, North Carolina. Until the end, Beverly maintained her kindness, grace, compassion, appreciation, and love of…...
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Callie Mae Goodwyn
Callie Mae Goodwyn was born on June 21, 1945, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Alice Hughes and Leroy Palin, and passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024, just after her 79th birthday. Though small, Callie was a force to be reckoned with—a true firecracker with a personality that left a mark on everyone she met. Callie was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was predeceased by her mother, Alice Brown; her fathers, Leroy…...
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Mildred B. Hilliard
Mildred B. Hilliard peacefully transitioned to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 24, 2024, with her daughters by her side, holding her hands. A woman of deep faith and enduring hope, she is remembered by her loved one as selfless, compassionate, and dedicated to her family; talkative, animated, creative, and insightful; jovial, delightful, and musical; a woman of prayer and praise, and a disciple of God’s Word. Mildred was born and…...
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Dr. George W. Brown, Jr.
Dr. George Walter Brown, Jr., age 93, transitioned to eternal rest on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at his home in Chesapeake. “Dr. Brown, or George, or Walt,” as he was affectionately known, was born on February 28, 1931, the 7th of 10 children born to the late Walter and Gussie Patrick Brown in the Gum Neck Community in Columbia (Tyrrell County), NC. After graduating from Tyrrell County Training High School in 1950 with the highest…...
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Allen O. Copeland, Sr.
Allen Owen Copeland Sr., born on March 20, 1936, in Holland, Virginia, passed away at the age of 88 at Portside Health and Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by his loving family. A lifelong resident of New York and New Jersey, Allen was known for his kind heart, generosity, and the steadfast principles he lived by. Allen’s deep-rooted Christian beliefs were nurtured at an early age when he was baptized at Pulaski Baptist Church in Carrsville, VA.…...
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Lorraine Brooks-Grimstead
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:7-8 God whispered ever so gently in the ear of our beloved LORRAINE BROOKS GRIMSTEAD on October 24, 2024, while she was peacefully resting at…...
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Randolph Curtis Griffin
Randolph (Randy) Curtis Griffin was called home to reunite with his mother on October 20, 2024. Randy was born October 13, 1990. He was a member of the James Hillhouse High School graduating class of 2010. The same high school his mother, Alletta, graduated from in 1990. Following in his mother’s footsteps, Randy was on the Hillhouse indoor and outdoor track teams. Randy was a quiet guy that loved his music and dancing. He was…...
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Jared A. Jordan
Jared Jordan of Norfolk, Virginia, was born on October 6, 1975, and tragically lost his life on October 6, 2024. Jared Jordan was born to Harold L Jordan and Diane E Hardy. He received his GED and then became a general contractor, which he enjoyed. Jared loved his life and his family tremendously. Jared was known as a positive person. Jared was loving, caring, giving, and always putting others first. Jared was always willing to lend a helping…...
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Barbara Marie Alston
On Tuesday afternoon, October 22, 2024, our Heavenly Father was walking through His garden, and He picked that perfect flower; He chose our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, Barbara Marie Alston. Barbara Marie Alston was born in Norfolk, VA on March 14, 1947, to the late Thomas Owens and Lillian Eaton. She was one of eight children. Barbara was a devoted and faithful believer of Christ. She was a…...
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James Edward Lindsey, III
James (Jbo) Lindsey was born on January 29, 1984, to the late James Lindsey II and Denise Pry. James was educated at the Norfolk Public School. He worked with his Dad until he became the Boss/CEO of Collective Health Wellness. During his time on earth, he enjoyed the many family cookouts and trips, where you will find him on the grill. He was always reminiscing on how he enjoyed the working days with his father…...
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Kelvin T. Jennings
On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, our beloved father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Kelvin T. Jennings (better known as Kenny), entered into eternal rest. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Sarah Jennings, and his brother, William Jennings. Kelvin was born in Chesapeake, Virginia, to James and Sarah Jennings on August 25, 1959. He lived with his family in the Crestwood Manor Community until they relocated to Northern Virginia in 1973. Kelvin…...
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Horace Ernest Christian, Sr.
Horace Ernest Christian, 91, of Chesapeake, Virginia, peacefully passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Born in Richmond, Virginia, on June 7, 1933, the son of Estelle Christian-Baker and Stepfather Andrew Baker. Horace grew up with a passion for life and playing tennis. He attended Armstrong High School and later served his country proudly in the U.S. Air Force. After his service, Horace pursued higher education at Hampton University for two years. After that, he…...
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Emma Jane Cornelius
On Sunday evening, October 20, 2024, our Lord saw fit to call our sister, aunt, cousin, and friend to come join the heavenly choir. Emma J. Cornelius affectionately known as Torchie was a native of Norfolk, Virginia. The daughter of the late Henry and Rosetta Cornelius born on July 23, 1939. Emma, was a graduate of Saint Joseph Catholic School. She later went on to earn her bachelors and masters degrees from Norfolk State University.…...
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William Cornelius Bell, Jr.
A Journey Begins… “Sometimes it’s hard to understand why some things must be, but in His wisdom, God has planned beyond our power to see. May the work I’ve done speak for me.” On Friday, June 9, 2023, an angel came from Heaven and said, “You belong to me; it’s time to come home.” He reached out his arms and said, “Lord here I am, I have fought a good fight, I have kept the…...
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William Russell Brown “Bill”
William “Bill” Russell Brown was born in the Corona section of Queens, New York, on January 7, 1940 to Bernice Charlotte Sumter Brown and Charles Augustus Brown, in their family home. He was number five of seven children: Lorraine (who died shortly after birth), Charlotte, Lois (Honey), Florence (Dinky), Charles (Buddy), William (Willie/Khaki), and Gloria. Bill attended Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic school, then went on to Immaculata High School where he graduated in 1957.…...
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Bettie Jean Scott Hamberry
On the morning of Saturday, October 19, 2024, God called Bettie to a place where peace and fulfillment reign and she answered, “Lord, I’m ready.” Bettie was a loving mother to her sons, a caring grandmother, and a loving and supportive great-grandmother. With an outgoing personality, she was a friend to all who met her, always helpful and encouraging, and just a sweetheart to all who came into her presence. Bettie attended Norfolk Public Schools…...
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Jacqueline Louise Ricks
Jacqueline L. Ricks made her earthly appearance on August 13, 1964, to Preston and Annie Ricks in the city of Portsmouth, Virginia. She was called home to glory on October 17, 2024, to be with her heavenly father. Jackie was educated in the Portsmouth Public School System. Jackie attended Tidewater Community College and Norfolk State University for a while. Jackie was a faithful Christian and was a member of Word Outreach Ministries in Portsmouth. She…...
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Darren C. Hinton
Absent from the body, present with the Lord. On Sunday, October 13, 2024, God called his beloved son, a father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, to transition into his glorified body and be joined with the heavenly host. While we, the family and friends, may grieve naturally for him, we take comfort in knowing that he is now at rest in the arms of the one who loved him most, Jesus. Darren “Sleepy” Hinton was…...
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Melvin Weldon Hite
It is with deep sadness and profound love that we announce the passing of Melvin Weldon Hite, Sr., who departed this world peacefully on October 15, 2024, at the age of 98, in Portsmouth, Virginia. Early Life and Family Melvin was born on February 14, 1926, in Blackstone, Virginia, to his beloved parents, Sammie and Sallie Hite. He grew up alongside his siblings in a close-knit family. Melvin was the devoted husband of Edna Hite…...
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Willie Dee James, Jr.
Willie Dee James, Jr., was born to Willie Dee James, Sr., (deceased) and Dorothy James on July 31, 1956, in Portsmouth, Virginia. He departed this life peacefully on October 13, 2024, at Howard University Hospital. His educational foundation was laid in Portsmouth, Virginia school system. Willie’s spiritual growth commenced at Fourth Baptist Church with his family. He resided in the DC/MD/VA region, where he realized his entrepreneurial vision through Superior Painting. Furthermore, he maintained a…...
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Victor Lamar Alexander Vann
Victor LaMar Alexander Vann, 43, the son of DeLois D. Vann and the late John A. Vann Jr., departed this life on October 3, 2024, in Paramount, California. Victor was born on February 11, 1981, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Victor was a product of the Virginia Beach and Norfolk Public School Systems, graduating from Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, Virginia. He was an outstanding athlete in football at Kempsville Jr and Sr High…...
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